Steam rising from a blue hot-spring pond in Beppu

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Beppu · Ryokan / hotel

HOTEL ARTHUR KITAHAMA BASE

ホテルアーサー KITAHAMA BASE

This photo shows the area, not this facility.

TattoosTattoos not allowedAs stated on the official site.Day visitNoAs stated on the official site.Private bathNot statedThe official site doesn't say. That isn't a no — ask before you go.

Official site: https://www.kitahama-base.com · Checked 2026-10-29

Can I get in with tattoos?

Tattoos not allowed

入浴のルールと利用規則。泥酔者及び刺青(入れ墨)・タトゥーをされている方のご利用はお断りをしております。

Bathing rules and regulations: Guests who are intoxicated or have tattoos (irezumi) are not permitted to use the baths.

Source: https://www.kitahama-base.com/onsen/ · Checked 2026-10-29

Can I visit just for the bath?Day visits, without staying overnight

The official site says day visits aren't offered

ご宿泊のお客様のみご利用いただけます。(無料)

Only guests staying overnight may use the baths.

Source: https://www.kitahama-base.com/onsen/ · Checked 2026-10-29

Is there a private bath?Private baths (kashikiri / family baths)

Not stated on the official site

The official site doesn't say either way. That isn't the same as "no" — it's worth asking the facility before you go.